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November 14, 2020: This might be a long night!

Someone is NOT feeling well today.

Suji slept through the night and displayed her usual voracious breakfast appetite, so we assumed she was back to her old self.  After her morning walk, she settled down for her customary nap.  I was working on my outline when she suddenly sat up on her dog bed and barked.  This is usually a signal for a treat, so I gave her a couple of kibbles (trying to keep her diet as plain as possible), sat down, and resumed my writing.  She seemed to settle down.  For about ten minutes.  Then, the next thing I knew, she was, uh, letting loose.  Fortunately, her aim was true and she avoided both her doggy bed and the carpet in favor of the small dog mat beside my office chair.  It’s curious because she’s incontinent and, normally, doesn’t realize when she has to go – but she seems to know in these instances.

So, we cleaned her up, called the vet, and brought her over.  Because we didn’t have an appointment, we had to drop her off so that she could be ready whenever one of the vets had some downtime in their schedule.  Finally, we got the call some two hours later.  The test results wouldn’t be back for a couple of days but, for now, it was hard to tell what was going on.  Suji was prescribed an antibiotic and a probiotic, and was advised to include a spoonful of canned pumpkin with her meals for extra fiber.

On the way home, we met a couple from our building who also had an elderly dog – who was also experiencing gastro problems.  This is the fourth dog in our neighborhood to come down with suspiciously similar symptoms.  Again, I find it hard to believe she could have picked up something the park because we’re extra careful – but now my thoughts turn to the tap water.  Could it be?  Just in case, we’re switching her to spring water (fancy!)…and layering the bed with pee pads!

This might be a long night.

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November 13, 2020: Suji feeling under the weather!

Someone was NOT feeling well last night and got up to go to the bathroom and 11:30 p.m., 2:20 a.m., and again and 4:30 a.m.  And because she can’t get off the bed and magically suspend herself over the toilet, I ended up getting up to assist…while Akemi slept through the night, oblivious.  Despite the restless night, and a surprising sleep-in, Suji seemed back to her old self, scarfing down breakfast before embarking on her treat-filled morning walk.

Not sure what had upset her stomach so much because she hadn’t eaten anything differently.  Akemi reminded me that two older dogs in the neighborhood had fallen ill of late and at first I thought it might be park-related, but we’re very careful to make sure Suji never eats anything off the ground and, at the end of each walk, I always make sure to wipe her paws down with baby wipes.  So, maybe it’s not related.  I don’t know.

Despite getting little sleep last night, I was somewhat productive today, completing the first act of the Project F pilot outline.  I’m not 100% happy with it but will forge ahead and makes tweaks as I go, hopefully getting it to 85% happy with it.

Matty’s Patty’s Burger Club

Hey, I’ve been noticing a prevalence of new cheeseburger joints opening up around the city.  Not that I’m complaining.  I just find it interesting.  This as long-established restaurants shut their doors for good – or, in some cases, seem headed that way (including three of my local favorites – Buca, Bar Buca, and Jacob’s Steakhouse).  What’s it like in your neck of the woods?

Finally, came across this on reddit (courtesy of reddit user u/techno_babble_

November 13, 2020:

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November 12, 2020: Things rolling!

Alright.  Making some steady progress on the pilot outline for Project F.  Slow.  But steady!  Also making progress on that TimEscape zoom conference.  Slow.  But steady.  Originally scheduled for this past Tuesday, it has been rescheduled to next Tuesday.  It’s been tricky nailing down a day and time because everyone is super busy, I can only assume volunteering at their local Covid-19 testing center.  But things are moving along.  Well, okay.  Not moving a lot yet.  But movement towards the conference call which will get things rolling.

Things rolling

Oddly, I’ve found that I’ve been falling asleep earlier and earlier.  And waking up, earlier and earlier.  I’m almost at the point where I can have dinner in bed, finish dessert, and just turn off the lights and drift off.

What are you respective bedtimes and wake up times?

Chill out with these photos from SGU’s “Water”…

 

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November 11, 2020: New Comics Day!

Just a few of this week’s amazing covers…

Cover art by Valerio Giangiordano

Cover art by Chris Evenuis

Cover art by Lee Bermejo

Cover art by Brian Haberlin

Cover art by Brian Haberlin

Cover art by Rahzzah Murdock

Cover art by Alex De Campi

Cover art by Syd Mead

Cover art by Yoshimurakana

Cover art by Joshua Middleton

Cover art by Jorge Jimenez

Cover art by Ben Oliver

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November 10, 2020: Feel free to title this blog entry!

In case you missed it – I discuss Dark Matter Episode 6 with the gang at Orville Nation…

Guys, this is important!

Well, there you have it. Pop your daily habanero.
People who regularly eat chilli peppers live longer, research suggests https://t.co/3Hu49ehJmA

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) November 10, 2020

And…I may have overdone it at lunch.  And now I have to do an interview.

Hmmmm.  It would seem this outline is NOT writing itself.  I may have to turn to the Balvenie Caribbean Cask 14 year old single malt.

From the Stargate: Universe archive…

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November 9, 2020: How are your holiday plans looking?

Hey, Dark Matter fans, join us in a little over an hour for a discussion of Dark Matter season 1, episode 6!

The #DarkMatter rewatch/discussion with @nation_orville continues! Season 1, Episode 6. Check your local time below. #TeamRaza @BaronDestructo

Just follow the link:https://t.co/K7PniQeaPo pic.twitter.com/4Ws6CVL4B2

— TeamRazaEurope (@TeamRazaEurope) November 9, 2020

 

So, what do you think?

Cheese Blanket Burritos? Yes/No https://t.co/LzfMofnPhg

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) November 9, 2020

Not a fan of burritos, but I’d definitely try this one.

So how are your holiday plans looking?  Mine are still up in the air.  I, of course, usually spend Christmas with the family in Montreal, but this pandemic has complicated matters this year.  There’s absolutely no way I’m getting on a plane any time soon, so my only option is to rent a car and do the 6 hour drive.  I’ve done it before, but always in company and, this time around, not sure if that will be the case as Akemi is extremely reluctant to travel.  On the other hand, mom did finally get internet…

Amazing people with whom I have worked…

#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
Rob Fitzsimmons was an digital compositor on #Stargate, working on all three shows and both movies. Incredibly talented and a huge sci-fi fan (and author Julian May in particular), he is presently an environments artist at Digital Domain. pic.twitter.com/pNdjxllOcZ

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) November 5, 2020

#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
Julie Oya was a playback artist and operator for #StargateSG1, #StargateAtlantis and both #Stargate movies – #ArkOfTruth and #Continuum. She always delivered outstanding work with a polished and professional attitude. pic.twitter.com/jtthDegowG

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) November 6, 2020

#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
Boyd Godfrey is an illustrator and former member of the #Stargate art department, responsible for, among many other things, designing the Ancient alphabet (check out the inscription on the Atlantis staircase!). pic.twitter.com/K1vLtPiiMu

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) November 7, 2020

#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
Chad Fitz started as a trainee assistant director on the second season of #StargateUniverse and has since gone on to work as both a first and second AD on productions like #OnceUponATime and #AMillionLittleThings. pic.twitter.com/kLIbyogKcg

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) November 8, 2020

#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
Barry Peters was the costume set supervisor on #StargateSG1, ensuring wardrobe continuity and perfection over 45 episodes of the series. pic.twitter.com/t7X27qXLyS

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) November 9, 2020

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November 8, 2020: Suji Sunday!

Couch party!

Sun hog.

Check out the attitude on this one.

When she gets out into the carpeted hallway, she just motors…

When she gets outside, however, she likes to take her time and sniff things out.  Lots of meandering with the occasional “bursts” of progress.

A reminder to join us tomorrow for our weekly Dark Matter episodic discussion.  Tomorrow (Monday) at 5:30 E.T., we’ll be discussing season 1, episode 6!

DARK MATTER MONDAY! Plz.. RETWEET…Thx!

November 7, 2020: Anime Recommendations!

Let’s hear ’em!

The epic Vinland Saga was our favorite anime of 2019 –

This year, our favorite by far was the truly bonkers Dorohedoro:

An older anime we just discovered this year that we absolutely loved was the surprisingly great Akame ga Kill!

Right now, I’m presently making my way through Attack on Titan (too gory for Akemi).

On deck is the deceptively cutesy, supposedly shocking, much hyped horror series The Promised Neverland:

What are some recent series I should add to my view list?

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November 6, 2020: Let’s hit the mailbag!

What do you say?

Chocolate-covered shrimp snacks make a comeback in Japan this winter

I am…dubious.

This is the type of instagram content I enjoy.  This account belongs to a senior couple who post photos of them modeling clothes people don’t collect from their cry cleaning shop:

https://www.instagram.com/wantshowasyoung/

And their story.

Choose your dessert!

Check out this fantastic article by Brad Wright:

https://www.thecompanion.app/2020/11/06/the-rules-of-stargates-superheroes-death-stars-and-parking-zones-brad-wright/

Opening the mailbag….

Natokanaru77 writes: “Need to recharge?”

Answer: That’s all I’ve been doing since January!

TamDixon writes: “What are you Thanksgiving plans?”

Answer: Well, being Canadian, we already celebrated our Thanksgiving in October with traditional tourtière and candied maple leaves.  Hoping the best for Charlie!

Shawn Parrish writes: “Have you stopped getting comics weekly? You haven’t done a best covers post in a while.”

Answer: My reading has fallen off drastically this year, and that includes comics.  But you’re right.  I really should make it a point to resume my Best Covers Wednesday entry.

gforce writes: “Have to head to the dentist on Friday morning to get my first crown ever, um… installed? ”

Answer: Well, report back.  Akemi and I are do for a cleaning and are leery about heading back in to see the dentist.  From what I hear, they’ve dispensed with the water pik but are still good to go with the enamel scratching.

Karen writes: “How’s the condo working out? You had some misgivings when you first bought it.”

Answer: It’s actually been pretty great.  We’re well located, right in the heart of downtown, and our place is south facing meaning we get a lot of sun.  We’re right next door to a park (perfect for Suji!) and within walking distance of shops and restaurants.  I do miss having my own gym though.

TamDixon writes: “How’s your Mom?”

Answer: Mom’s leg is still sore, especially after shopping.

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November 5, 2020: I’m Creative Neutral!

Well, it’s been a pretty unproductive week.  Spinning my wheels on that YA sci-fi pilot rewrite and making slow progress on the outline for the Project F pilot.  I was primed to start pitching not one but TWO sci-fi projects, but word is a lot of the major buyers are closing up shop until January.  Once Thanksgiving is upon, it’s going to be: “Let’s circle back on that in 2021.”  To be honest, I’m not all that bothered as it will give me time to, hopefully, finish that rewrite – and complete a first draft of the Project F pilot.

What do you say?  Cereal cereal bowls?  Yes/No

What a time to be alive

Cereal Cereal Bowls: https://t.co/IialYTlBcx pic.twitter.com/rTMo2Tpb8P

— Tastemade UK (@tastemadeuk) June 23, 2019

Amazing people with whom I have worked…

#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
Steve McLeod was an assistant editor on all three #Stargate series as well as the promo and web content editor for #SGU. He has since served as VFX editor on productions such as #ThorRagnorak, #BlackPanther, and #Okja. pic.twitter.com/BDEDxhC1QI

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) October 31, 2020

#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
Heather Vedan was a location manager on #Stargates #SG1, #Atlantis, and #Universe, sourcing out everything from far future interiors to multi-look forest locales. pic.twitter.com/lKkO2QX6Su

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) November 1, 2020

#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
I had the opportunity to work with one of my favorite authors, the uber-talented John Scalzi (@scalzi), on #StargateUniverse. He was a creative consultant, weighing in on all scripts and offering up cool sci-fi ideas. pic.twitter.com/oonBWKJbJH

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) November 2, 2020

#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
Stephen Bahr was our visual effects coordinator on all three #Stargate shows as well as both movies. Most recently, he was a visual effects producers on the new #TwilightZone. pic.twitter.com/JOOfYnEu3G

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) November 3, 2020

#AmazingPeopleWithWhomIHaveWorked
Rob Fitzsimmons was an digital compositor on #Stargate, working on all three shows and both movies. Incredibly talented and a huge sci-fi fan (and author Julian May in particular), he is presently an environments artist at Digital Domain. pic.twitter.com/pNdjxllOcZ

— Joseph Mallozzi (@BaronDestructo) November 5, 2020

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